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"Cathedral Rock Sunrise" taken in Sedona by Tim H. Murphy.

Journeys in space and mind.

On Arizona Spotlight: Join Pati Jinich as she explores "Panamericana"; and Tibetan Buddhist Lama Lodu Rinpoche visits Tucson to share ancient wisdom about our inner space.
Most Reverend Gerald Kicanas walks towards the entrance of St. Augustine Cathedral in downtown Tucson, Ariz., on Monday, April 21, 2025. The Apostolic Administrator and former Bishop of the Diocese of Tucson held a reposal mass for the passing of the Catholic Pope Francis who died on Easter Monday. The 266th Pope was 88 and suffered a stroke and cardiac arrest.

Southern AZ mourns passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday

Former Tucson Bishop Gerald Kicanas held a reposal mass at the St. Augustine Cathedral in downtown Tucson.
Singer, Crystal Gayle.

Crystal Gayle sings songs of the heart.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: This month's storyteller shares about the one thing in life he cannot resist; and a new segment of "A Book I Love."
Andrea Kelly, a reporter with Arizona Public Media, talks about the results of the November 5th Tucson election, including city council races and ballot measures.

Tucson City Council’s Richard Fimbres announces retirement

A new council member will be appointed to serve until November.
A scale and gavel

Ex-Fraternity Alumni President found guilty in fraud scheme

Michael Woolbright was convicted of five counts of fraud between 2015 and 2020.
Customers wait in line for mini tote bags at a Trader Joe's in Oro Valley, Arizona, on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

Mini tote bags tote-ally back in Tucson

Customers waited in line outside Trader Joe’s locations as news broke that highly coveted mini tote bags were back in stock.

Tucson Tours: Exploring the History of Fort Lowell Encampment

Historic Fort Lowell played a key role in our region's military and cultural history.
Laura Holánszky swimming in the World Triathlon.

Going the distance!

Meet Bruce Gungle, an ultramarathon runner, bicyclist and mountain climber; hear from University of Arizona triathlete Laura Holanszky; and Michael McKisson on what it's like to bike almost every street in Tucson.
A girl explores the instrument petting zoo at the 2024 "All in for Autism Day."

April events that bring the Tucson community closer together

Learn about the All In for Autism Dino Day & Walk; Pima Community College's Climate Community Day; John Coinman returns to the 40th Annual Tucson Folk Festival; and a new "Stories That Soar!" with some 1st grade humor.
Children playing at a neighborhood splash pad.

Tucson Parks and Rec opens pools, splash pads ahead of rising temperatures

There is no entry fee for the city's pools or splash pads, offering residents an escape from the heat.
Protestors sing outside Congressman Juan Ciscomani's office in Tucson, Ariz., on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

Democrats protest Ciscomani as uncertainty over Medicaid continues

Demonstrators called on him to take a stronger stance on protecting Medicaid.
U.S. Congressman Raul Grijalva speaking with supporters of U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren at a town hall at the Marquee Theatre in Tempe, Ariz., on Aug. 1, 2019.

Hundreds remember Southern Arizona's "champion" Raúl Grijalva

Grijalva's funeral took place at Tucson’s St. Augustine Cathedral on Wednesday morning.
A portrait of Rep. Raúl Grijalva by artist Matthew Moutafis is set up at the front of St. Augustine's Cathedral, where his funeral took place on March 26, 2025.

WATCH LIVE: Rep. Raul Grijalva Memorial Service in Tucson, Arizona

A funeral mass for U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva will be held Wednesday, March 26, at St. Augustine Cathedral, beginning at 10 a.m.
University of Arizona President Suresh Garimella walks in front of protestors at his official installation ceremony on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Garimella installed as University of Arizona’s 23rd President

A protest calling for a commitment to DEI programming was held in conjunction with the installation ceremony.
A surgical team operates on a canine patient at the Friends of PACC Community Pet Clinic.

Friends of PACC Clinic Aims to Keep People and Their Pets Together

Non-profit animal hospital is run by PACC support group.
"New Zoo Revue" cast.

"It's the New Zoo Revue, comin' right at you!": A conversation with the hosts of the beloved 1970s kids' show.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: "A SandHill Day" by nature writer Rebekah Doyle; and the final essay from "The Class of 2024" about how teens help each other through difficult times.

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